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Media Relations Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Public Relations Specialist category, which covers professionals managing press outreach, media strategy, and corporate communications. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry; Mexican citizens use the consular process. A relevant degree and a U.S. employer job offer are required.
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Working Title Adjunct Faculty - Communications
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band UG
Position Number 298A0000
Agency Laurel Ridge Community College
Division Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)
Work Location Frederick - 069
Hiring Range The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50.
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? - Telework options are subject to change based on business needs - Yes
Work Schedule
Adjunct faculty teach a variety of day, evening and weekend classes.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Laurel Ridge Community College is accepting applications for adjunct, part-time faculty (day, evening and weekend) positions for a Communications adjunct. Adjunct Faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Responsibilities include teaching college level courses, which may include distance learning on and off campus courses during the day, evening and weekends.
This position will be located on the Middletown Campus in Middletown, Virginia.
The course will be held on Monday’s and Wednesday’s during the Daytime.
Please note: applicants must reside in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland or DC.
Adjunct/Continuing Education Faculty listings are on a continuous, open until filled basis. Applicants will be contacted on an as needed basis. Submission of online application must also include unofficial transcripts of all college work completed (cover letters and resumes are optional, but recommended).
Compensation and Benefits:
The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50. The position is part time and as such is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies.
Telework
According to DHRM policy 1.61 Teleworking, effective July 5, 2022, Virginia state employees will return to the workplace. Consistent with pre-pandemic policies, telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. Eligible positions are determined by the type of work and job requirements of the position, as defined by heads of agencies.
Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information.
Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Required Masters in Communication or Masters with 18 credits of Communications.
The ability to use instructional technology is required.
Additional Considerations
Occupational experience in the field.
Experience with Canvas or other online course management tools.
College level teaching experience, online experience a plus.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
* The ability to work with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
Adjunct faculty may work at any of our sites, centers or campuses. Classes may be online, hybrid or in-person.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_3166P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 20
Job Open Date 03/03/2026
Job Close Date 08/01/2026
Open Until Filled
Contact Name Melissa Shaffer-Reyes
Email mshaffer-reyes@laurelridge.edu
Special Instructions to Applicants
Upload Cover Letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional, but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is required for faculty roles). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Posting Summary
Working Title Adjunct Faculty - Communications
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band UG
Position Number 298A0000
Agency Laurel Ridge Community College
Division Laurel Ridge Community College (Div)
Work Location Frederick - 069
Hiring Range The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50.
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? - Telework options are subject to change based on business needs - Yes
Work Schedule
Adjunct faculty teach a variety of day, evening and weekend classes.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Laurel Ridge Community College is accepting applications for adjunct, part-time faculty (day, evening and weekend) positions for a Communications adjunct. Adjunct Faculty positions are appointed on a course-by-course, semester basis as needed. Responsibilities include teaching college level courses, which may include distance learning on and off campus courses during the day, evening and weekends.
This position will be located on the Middletown Campus in Middletown, Virginia.
The course will be held on Monday’s and Wednesday’s during the Daytime.
Please note: applicants must reside in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland or DC.
Adjunct/Continuing Education Faculty listings are on a continuous, open until filled basis. Applicants will be contacted on an as needed basis. Submission of online application must also include unofficial transcripts of all college work completed (cover letters and resumes are optional, but recommended).
Compensation and Benefits:
The credit hour pay range is $794.00-$1,375.50. The position is part time and as such is not eligible for health or leave benefits. However, the position may offer educational benefits through our professional development and educational assistance policies.
Telework
According to DHRM policy 1.61 Teleworking, effective July 5, 2022, Virginia state employees will return to the workplace. Consistent with pre-pandemic policies, telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. Eligible positions are determined by the type of work and job requirements of the position, as defined by heads of agencies.
Laurel Ridge Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a diverse environment, and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Laurel Ridge will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in order to provide access to the application, interviewing, and selection process. Please email eeo@laurelridge.edu for further information.
Laurel Ridge Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. While honoring bona fide occupational exceptions as needed, the college shall promote and maintain equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including lactation, age, status as a veteran, national origin, or other non-merit factors. The college also promotes a safe working environment and prohibits sexual misconduct, including sexual violence and harassment.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Required Masters in Communication or Masters with 18 credits of Communications.
The ability to use instructional technology is required.
Additional Considerations
Occupational experience in the field.
Experience with Canvas or other online course management tools.
College level teaching experience, online experience a plus.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
* The ability to work with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
Adjunct faculty may work at any of our sites, centers or campuses. Classes may be online, hybrid or in-person.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_3166P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 20
Job Open Date 03/03/2026
Job Close Date 08/01/2026
Open Until Filled
Contact Name Melissa Shaffer-Reyes
Email mshaffer-reyes@laurelridge.edu
Special Instructions to Applicants
Upload Cover Letter (this is optional, but recommended) and resume (this is optional, but recommended) and unofficial transcripts (this is required for faculty roles). Reference checks, background screenings, and eVerify are required for all Laurel Ridge positions. Satisfactory reference, background screenings are a condition of employment.
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Media Relations Manager
Match your credentials to TN categories
TN visa classification for Media Relations Managers falls under Public Relations Specialist. Your degree must be in communications, journalism, public relations, or a closely related field. A general business or marketing degree alone may not satisfy the CBP officer reviewing your application.
Target employers with communications departments
Prioritize organizations that maintain in-house PR or media teams, such as healthcare systems, technology companies, and publicly traded corporations. These employers already understand the TN filing process and are accustomed to sponsoring communications professionals for cross-border roles.
Request a detailed support letter from your employer
Your employer's TN support letter must describe your specific duties, confirm the role is a specialty occupation, and state your TN classification. Vague letters citing only a job title are a common reason CBP requests additional documentation at the border.
Clarify Mexican citizens' consular process before accepting offers
Mexican nationals cannot use the port-of-entry process available to Canadians. You must schedule a consular interview and allow additional processing time. Confirm this timeline with your employer before signing an offer, since start dates may need to be adjusted accordingly.
Search for TN-sponsored roles using Migrate Mate
Filter your job search to employers actively sponsoring TN visas for communications roles. Migrate Mate surfaces these opportunities by visa type and job category, so you're applying to positions where sponsorship is already part of the hiring process.
Prepare for CBP questions about media strategy duties
CBP officers may ask how your day-to-day responsibilities differ from general marketing work. Be ready to explain that your role centers on press relationships, earned media, and reputation management, not paid advertising or campaign execution.
Media Relations Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Media Relations Manager role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, provided your employer documents the position under the Public Relations Specialist TN category. The role must require a bachelor's degree or higher in communications, journalism, or public relations, and your duties must center on media strategy and press relations rather than general marketing or advertising work.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Media Relations Managers?
TN is generally faster and more predictable for this role. H-1B visa requires entering a lottery with no guaranteed selection, while TN has no annual cap for Canadian citizens and no lottery for either nationality. Canadians can receive TN approval at the port of entry the same day, whereas H-1B petitions take months to adjudicate.
What documents does a Canadian Media Relations Manager need at the border?
You need a valid Canadian passport, your employer's TN support letter, proof of your qualifying degree, and evidence connecting your credentials to the role. CBP officers at the port of entry adjudicate TN applications on the spot, so every document must be organized and ready to present without prompting.
Where can I find Media Relations Manager jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for roles where employers are open to TN visa sponsorship, filtered by job category. This focuses your search on companies already familiar with the process, so you spend less time screening employers who are unfamiliar with TN status for communications professionals.
Can a Media Relations Manager on TN status change employers mid-status?
Yes, but TN status is employer-specific. You cannot begin work for a new employer until new TN authorization is obtained. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry when changing jobs. Mexican citizens must return to the consular process. There is no grace period that permits working for a new employer before approval.